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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH20 2BZ vs B1 1AA

Direct side-by-side analysis comparing Horsham and Birmingham using verified open government data.

Area A
Area B
120.9 miles (194.6 km) apart Bearing 331° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Horsham) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: RH20 2BZ and B1 1AA are 120.9 miles (194.6 km) apart. RH20 2BZ holds a +2.1 overall score advantage. RH20 2BZ ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH20 2BZvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

Direct comparison across essential quality-of-life, infrastructure and safety categories.

RH20 2BZ(Horsham)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Horsham

RH20 2BZ

4.5/10 Overall
Horsham • Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: RH20 2BZ
RH20 2BZ4.5/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: RH20 2BZ
RH20 2BZ5/10 (Moderate)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: B1 1AA
RH20 2BZ6.1%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
RH20 2BZ
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: RH20 2BZ
RH20 2BZ4/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH20 2BZ1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH20 2BZ
5/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 11
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH20 2BZ
Green Space:6.1%
Tree Canopy:5.6%
Air Quality (AQI):12
Garden Access:89.1%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH20 2BZ
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH20 2BZ
Density:2233/km²
Average Age:45
Family Households:27.1%
Single Occupants:29.2%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH20 2BZ
Council:Horsham
Ward:Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
RH20 2BZ
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH20 2BZ vs B1 1AA

Comparative answers computed directly from official Police.uk, ONS Census, Ofcom, DfE and Environment Agency records.

How far is RH20 2BZ from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH20 2BZ (Horsham) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 120.9 miles (194.6 km). Heading from RH20 2BZ to B1 1AA, the bearing is 331° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: RH20 2BZ or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: RH20 2BZ has a higher safety score of 5/10 (Moderate crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 11 incidents near RH20 2BZ versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH20 2BZ and B1 1AA?

RH20 2BZ is governed by Horsham in the Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley electoral ward, located in South East. B1 1AA is administered by Birmingham in the Local Ward ward, located in West Midlands. The benchmark annual Band D council tax liability is £2,167.00 in Horsham compared to £2,167.00 in Birmingham.

Which area offers more green space and better air quality?

Environmental data highlights notable differences in open spaces and air quality: RH20 2BZ has 6.1% public green space coverage and 5.6% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 12 for RH20 2BZ versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between RH20 2BZ and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH20 2BZ achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near RH20 2BZ and 10 schools near B1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles:

What are the flood risk ratings for RH20 2BZ vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH20 2BZ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH20 2BZ

Explore comprehensive street-level data, 10-year crime trends, school inspection tables, planning history, and broadband maps for Horsham.

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B1 1AA

Explore comprehensive street-level data, 10-year crime trends, school inspection tables, planning history, and broadband maps for Birmingham.

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